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MGM Resorts

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The MGM Resorts breach (July 2019) exposed personal details of over 3 million users due to compromised cloud services.

Records exposed
3,081,321 records
Breach date
Breach Jul 25, 2019
Last update
Updated Feb 20, 2020
Source

What data was exposed?

Fields reported as compromised in this breach record.

Dates of birthEmail addressesNamesPhone numbersPhysical addresses

Why does this breach matter?

In-depth analysis of the breach and its implications.

The MGM Resorts breach discovered in July 2019 involved the exposure of sensitive guest information due to a compromise of their cloud services. This breach affected over three million records, which were later leaked on a popular hacking forum in February 2020, exacerbating the risk to affected individuals.

Impact Analysis

Understanding the scope and consequences of this breach.

User Impact
Users' personal details, such as contact and identity information, were exposed, potentially leading to privacy concerns and identity theft.
Business Impact
The breach impacted the organization's reputation, trust, and involved potential compliance liabilities.
Affected Sectors
  • Hospitality
  • Travel
Geographic Impact
  • Global

What You Should Do

Recommended actions to take in response to this breach.

If You Were Affected

  • •Monitor accounts for suspicious activities.
  • •Enable multi-factor authentication.
  • •Report identity theft promptly if suspected.

Preventive Measures

  • •Use secure cloud configurations.
  • •Employ regular audits and penetration testing.
  • •Establish quick incident response protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this breach and what it means for you.

Email addresses, physical addresses, names, phone numbers, and dates of birth of over 3 million users were exposed.